Community College Research Internship for Scientific Engagement (CC-RISE)

June 18 – August 10, 2018

CC-RISE is an eight-week, paid, summer research internship program for community college students run by the Center for Dark Energy Biosphere Investigations. Students will gain firsthand exposure to the scientific process by working in a faculty‐led research lab at the University of California Santa Cruz. In addition to research, students will participate in activities focusing on how to transition from a two‐year college to a university and information on graduate school. At the end of the program, students will present their results to an audience of peers and mentors.

Applicant Qualifications:

• Excited to do research (prior research experience not necessary)!
• Currently enrolled in a community college, planning to transfer to a 4‐year university within the year and major in a science discipline
• Completed some science courses (biology, chemistry, geology), strongly recommended
• Minimum 3.25 overall GPA
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident

Applications are due March 31, 2018.